Accounting Manager

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role plays a critical part in supporting month-end close, maintaining compliance with GAAP and internal controls, and partnering cross-functionally to support Bumble Bee Foods’ business objectives. The Accounting Manager will also lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while driving process improvements and efficiencies.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage AP team and general ledger staff
• Preparation of financial statements and schedules for internal leadership and external stakeholders

• Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial results

• Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and best accounting practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper accounting treatment and data integrity

• Assist in developing and documenting accounting policies and procedures
• Provide accounting guidance on new transactions, projects, and operational changes Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance reporting efficiency
• Support system enhancements, ERP upgrades, and automation initiatives

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including people management or lead responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

 

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification
• Experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG), food manufacturing, or manufacturing environments
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or National Firm)
• Proficiency in Spanish (written and spoken)
• Experience with SAP ECC and/or S/4 HANA

 

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Effective leadership and team development capabilities
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Sound judgment and problem-solving ability
• Collaborative, proactive, and continuous-improvement mindset

 

Working at Bumble Bee Foods

Bumble Bee Foods is committed to operational excellence, accountability, and collaboration. We believe our people are strongest when working together as one organization to drive sustainable growth, integrity in our financial practices, and long-term success.

 

Compensation and Benefits

 

The health, satisfaction and security of our team members and their families are important to us and an important part of reaching our organization’s goals. We offer a total rewards package that includes valuable and competitive compensation and benefit plans. These programs reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. The compensation for this role includes base salary and eligibility for an annual bonus based on company performance. All incentive plans are subject to change.

 

 

The expected pay range for this role is $120,000 – $148,000 annually.

*The compensation will be commensurate with the level of knowledge, education, skills, and experience applicable to the position.

 

 

Our current benefits package, which is available to all full-time team members and their eligible dependents, includes:

 

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• HSA & FSA
• life insurance and disability insurance
• and other voluntary benefits

 

We also offer time-off benefits including:

 

• paid time-off
• sick-flex time
• 12 company paid holidays

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Human Resources Representative.